Lots of "Fight" in our Illini!

Is 'Fighting' Illini the perfect name for our team or what?  In the first inning Gianna hit a double down the line to score the first 2 runs of the game, probably the hardest hit ball we've seen all season.  The game progressed to the 5th where we were ahead 5-2.  The Terrapins scored 4 to take the lead 5-6.  Our team was not ready to quit and scored another run in the 5th to tie the game.  Another tough tie for our girls, but they never give up!

Sophia was awarded the game ball for pitching 2 scoreless innings (3rd and 4th) and got a hit and RBI in the 3rd.  Nice job Sophia!

Ups, Downs, and In-Betweens

Our girls came back for a 2nd game in a row.  In the top of the 5th inning with 1 out and our team down 2 runs Gianna, Sophia and Grace H all got consecutive hits.  With 2 outs and the inning still alive, Marissa delivered a single that drove in our 3rd run and Teagan was hit by a pitch to score the tying run.  Next up was Cynthia who hit a line drive up the middle and Grace H (with some GREAT Hustle) scored the go-ahead run before Teagan was forced out at second.  In the bottom of the 5th, the Sun Devils scored their 5th run to end the contest in a tie.

The game ball went to Tyler for getting hits off of player pitchers in her first 2 at bats.  She also scored a run in the first inning and made a nice play at second base to end a Sun Devils rally in the 3rd. (Slideshow photos may not be visible on all mobile devices.)

Tough Loss, Tough Girls!

Wednesday we played the Aggies who had a very good pitcher.  In this competitive contest, our team came back in the 3rd inning to take the lead and the Aggies took it right back in the bottom of the inning.  In the top of the 5th inning our team rallied for 4 runs and the game was called due to time.  Our girls never quit in this very frigid (and dark) game and we're very proud of them!

The game ball went to Marissa who who went 3 for 3 with an RBI and pitched a scoreless 4th keeping our team close in this 1 run contest.  Way to go Marissa!! (Slideshow may not be visible on all cell phones.)

First Game

What a great way to start the season! The coaches and I couldn't be more proud of your girls. They are great listeners and so easy to coach.

The game ball went to Grace Smith for outstanding defensive plays at first base and pitching great in her first time on the mound.  Way to go Grace!

Here is a slideshow (may not be visible on some mobile devices) from our first game, enjoy!

Coach Kullen

Our Team

Manager, Phil Kullen Coaches, Kevin Piven / Ed Smith Cynthia Calderon

Sophia Charbonneau

Marissa Corsi

Grace Hunter

Tyler Kullen

Teagan Piven

Gianna Schuster

Rhea Shah

Abigail Smith

Grace Smith

Megan Smith